PermanentPosted 2 days ago
LPN, Home Care
Mass General Brigham · Newton, MA
$31.50–$43.64/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Lynn, MA
Pay for licensed practical nurses in the Lynn area centers on $37.82 per hour, or about $78,670 a year. The lower quarter earns under $34.71 and the upper quarter over $39.54. The CMS hospital directory lists 27 hospitals in the Lynn metro area. That ranks 16th of 386 U.S. metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay, and 38th of 341 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Lynn and what they pay.
- $37.82median pay per hour, Boston
- $35–$40typical range per hour
- 9,910licensed practical nurses employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Licensed Practical Nurse roles near Lynn
Roles in other cities of the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area.
Per diemPosted 3 days ago
LPN Dispensing Nurse - PRN
Acadia Healthcare · Brockton, MA
$25.00–$35.00/ hour
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
Acadia Healthcare · Malden, MA
$29.52–$35.25/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
LPN Hospice Licensed Practical Nurse
Amedisys · Somersworth, NH
$33.00–$38.00/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 27 days ago
LPN - Dermatology - MGH
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$31.50–$43.64/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Licensed Practical Nurse - $5000 Sign On Bonus
Amedisys · Somersworth, NH
$27.00–$33.75/ hour
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Get my free pay reportWho is hiring licensed practical nurses near Lynn
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mass General Brigham | 2 | $37.57 |
| Acadia Healthcare | 2 | $31.19 |
| Amedisys | 2 | $32.94 |
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in Lynn, MA
The metro median is 3% above the Massachusetts statewide median of $36.81 per hour. Nationally the median is $29.97 per hour. BLS counts about 9,910 licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses employed in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area, 3.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.89).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $31.28 | $65,060 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $34.71 | $72,200 | 16% above U.S. median |
| Median | $37.82 | $78,670 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.54 | $82,240 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.02 | $93,640 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Lynn ranks
- 16th of 386 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 341 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 Massachusetts metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses (SOC 29-2061), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Lynn
- Overall prices in Boston-Cambridge-Newton run 8% above the U.S. average (index 108.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 48% above the U.S. average (index 148.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.82 median hour buys what $34.93 buys at the national price level, 17% above the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Lynn paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,362
- Per year: $68,076
- Per month: $5,673
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Lynn
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $137 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,519 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,747 |
Travel licensed practical nurse assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area
CMS lists 27 hospitals in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area, 7 of the 20 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of licensed practical nurses.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brigham And Women's Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Massachusetts General Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| New England Baptist Hospital Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Newton-Wellesley Hospital Newton, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| North Shore Medical Center - Salem, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Mount Auburn Hospital Cambridge, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Dover, NH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Anna Jaques Hospital Newburyport, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Boston Medical Center Boston, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Essex County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Essex County (3 population-group, 3 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Licensed Practical Nurse pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revere, MA | 4 mi | $37.82/hr | 60,702 |
| Peabody, MA | 4 mi | $37.82/hr | 55,418 |
Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in Massachusetts · Licensed Practical Nurse jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement.
Massachusetts taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Lynn city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do licensed practical nurses make in Lynn, MA?
Licensed Practical Nurses in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metro area have a median pay of $37.82 per hour, about $78,670 a year. The middle half earn between $34.71 and $39.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Lynn a good place for licensed practical nurses once cost of living is counted?
Boston-Cambridge-Newton ranks 38th of 341 metro areas for licensed practical nurse pay after adjusting for local prices, and 16th of 386 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring licensed practical nurses in Lynn?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 3 employers in the Boston-Cambridge-Newton area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Lynn.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Lynn as a licensed practical nurse?
Massachusetts has enacted the Nurse Licensure Compact but has not implemented it as of October 15, 2026, so a nurse working here applies for a Massachusetts license by endorsement. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Lynn in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Essex County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Lynn?
The federal per diem benchmark in Lynn is $137 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,519 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your LPN / LVN pay reportLynn, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterMassachusetts · 3 postings$40.82/ hr$33–$48
- Enhabit Home HealthLakeville, MA · 4 postings$38.50/ hr$37–$40
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 3 postings$37.57/ hr$32–$44
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 8 postings$34.63/ hr$23–$42
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$27Median$34.63High$43
33 LPN / LVN postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 33 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 33 LPN / LVN roles
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full TimePermanent$37.00–$40.00/ hour
- Recovery LPN, Brockton Behavioral Health Center, Per DiemPer diem$33.23–$48.41/ hour
+ 31 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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